Classic Homemade Meatballs (Printable Version)
Tender, flavorful meatballs made from scratch with garlic, herbs, and love. Ideal for pasta, rolls, or solo bites.
# Ingredients:
→ Meatball Base
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1 lb ground beef
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup whole milk
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1/4 cup finely chopped onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 large egg
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon dried basil
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Olive oil, for frying
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Marinara sauce, for serving (optional)
# Steps:
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In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 5 minutes until fully absorbed.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, soaked breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, parsley, salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Mix until just combined to avoid a dense texture.
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Form the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs in batches, turning occasionally until browned on all sides, about 6–8 minutes total.
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Transfer browned meatballs to a pot of simmering marinara sauce. Cook for 15–20 minutes to finish cooking and absorb flavor.
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Serve meatballs over pasta, in a sub roll, or as-is with grated parmesan and fresh basil.
# Notes:
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Avoid overmixing the meat mixture to maintain a tender texture.
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Using a scoop helps ensure uniform size and even cooking.